Shanghai police say a viral 510,000-yuan Peace Hotel bill was faked with AI to sell liquor; 15 held
Huangpu police said the boss of an out-of-town online liquor seller had staff use AI software to alter the hotel's bill and swap in his own brands, then spread fake videos through controlled and hired accounts; four face criminal measures and 11 administrative penalties.
Key facts
- Viral bill claimed 510,000 yuan at Shanghai's Peace Hotel
- Huangpu police say AI software altered the amount and drinks
- Organised by the head of an online liquor seller to boost sales
- 15 people caught with help from other provinces' police
- 4 under criminal measures, 11 given administrative penalties